Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic Approach with Modern Physics (4th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 0133942651
ISBN 13: 978-0-13394-265-1

Chapter 2 - Kinematics in One Dimension - Exercises and Problems - Page 62: 59

Answer

55 cm

Work Step by Step

The player jump distance of $55$ cm. The elevator descending with a velocity $v_y$ = 1 m/s and the velocity is constant. Acceleration is zero $a$ = 0. \\ The elevator is in a free fall so no acceleration is exerted and there is no force is exerted on the player when he jumps. The only force is his weight, so the player can jump the same distance as he is on the floor. So, the answer is $$\boxed{ y = 55 \mathrm{~cm}} $$
Update this answer!

You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this answer.

Update this answer

After you claim an answer you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.